Disney and Lucasfilm have announced that they will be re-releasing “Star Wars: A New Hope” in theaters from April 30, 2027, to honor the film’s 50th anniversary. The classic 1977 “Star Wars” movie will be shown again across the country for a brief period and will coincide with the annual “May the 4th” fan celebration.
In connection with Lucasfilm’s year-long celebration marking the 50th anniversary of Star Wars, this re-release offers a unique opportunity for both longtime fans and newcomers to revisit the original movie that kickstarted one of cinema’s most iconic franchises on the big screen once more.
StarWars.com made the official announcement:
On April 30th, 2027, we’ll mark the golden jubilee of Star Wars by reintroducing the 1977 original movie for a brief period in cinemas nationwide.
As part of the 50-year celebration by Lucasfilm lasting a year, the movie “Star Wars: A New Hope” will be screened in cinemas on the May the 4th holiday, which is also recognized as “Star Wars Day.
No Word on Which Version Will Play
Disney hasn’t made a decision on which version of “Star Wars: A New Hope” will be shown in cinemas in 2027. It remains undecided whether the film will include George Lucas’ contentious 1997 Special Edition changes, such as the disputed Han Solo and Greedo scene, or if Disney will opt for a previous version instead.
As a die-hard Star Wars enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share the news that Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy has officially confirmed the showing of the authentic, untouched version of “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.
After a recent examination by the British Film Institute, it was found that this film, originally released in 1977, exhibits excellent preservation. Not often viewed nowadays, this specific version was utilized for the initial UK premiere.
Star Wars Still Holds Box Office Power
To this day, the movie “Star Wars: A New Hope” continues to be one of the most financially successful films ever made, raking in a staggering $461 million at the domestic box office and an impressive $775 million worldwide. Even its 1997 re-release managed to generate an additional $138 million in the U.S. and an extra $160 million internationally, demonstrating the unwavering enthusiasm of fans who are eager to return for multiple viewings.
The upcoming 2027 re-release might play a role similar to the 1997 debut, which paved the way for the Prequel Trilogy. It’s plausible that Disney could be planning something analogous with their future Star Wars theater projects.
Tickets and More Details Coming
As the release date for the upcoming Star Wars film draws near, I eagerly anticipate learning more details such as ticket sales information, the cinemas where it’ll be screened, and whether we can expect formats like IMAX or restored prints on StarWars.com.
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2025-08-02 05:01